Sunday 8 March marks International Women's Day, when people around the world will celebrate female empowerment and women's rights.
Thanks to cultural and societal shifts as prompted by the #MeToo movement and the women's marches, the day has become increasingly prominent and is now recognised by millions of people through events, talks and protests.
To get you in the spirit for the annual celebration, we've rounded up some of the most powerful feminist quotes from icons like Katherine Hepburn, Bette Davis and Sylvia Plath, who have shared wisdom on everything from female sexuality to equal pay.
Scroll through the gallery below to see what inspirational women have to say about gender equality.
Read more about International Women's Day here.
